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Thimbleberries: wild treasures of the Keweenaw

Thimbleberries are one of the many tasty treasures the U.P. has to offer. These small red fruits, which look like a mini version of raspberries, are found in many places in Northern Michigan. The Keweenaw is no exception. The sweet fruits are filled with antioxidants, and can be found at Prince’s Point, Hungarian Falls and many other secluded locations in the area. The berries can be eaten straight off the bush, but it’s recommended that you wash them before consuming.  Whether you’re eating them fresh or turning them into jams and jellies, thimbleberries have plenty of health ...

Annual Keweenaw Chain Drive to return with new adventure route

The 2024 Keweenaw Chain Drive Festival will be held June 15, during BridgeFest weekend. Registration is free, and both runners and bikers are welcome to sign up! Registration closed midnight on June 14. This year, the festival will be done in a poker-run style, where runners and riders will collect chips along their routes. The chips will be turned in once they finish the race. Whomever has the best poker hand will win various prize packages. There will be additional prizes for the top five participants in the Men’s, Women’s, and Under 18 categories. Riders can choose between the ...

Aronsons’ upkeep of Boundary Road Trails a ‘labor of love’

The Copper Country is teeming with trail systems and access points to explore our natural surroundings. Between state natural areas, parks and national forests, there is a long list of trail systems, many maintained by nonprofit organizations or dedicated volunteers. The Boundary Road ...

Fishing over Fifty: Fishing rods and steel leaders

For those of us who want to fish just as a hobby, the appropriate rig for the appropriate fish is usually not so important. A light action rod with a small reel, spooled with four-pound test line, for panfishing or stream fishing, along with a medium heavy rod with a larger reel with 10-pound ...

On adventure with Queen of Shebis

“I wanna go where my country girl goes, back where my green grass roots are growing, I feel at ease with my country girl, yeah, she knows how to groove me.” – Nick Lowe I love to study maps. I always have. They are so intriguing and detailed, colorful and informative. Best of all, ...

Fishing after fifty: What tackle is the right tackle?

As we Baby Boomers approach retirement, or are already retired, we meet our “senior years” in various stages of health and mobility. Health, mobility, joints — are all contributing factors in our decisions regarding activities, hobbies, and to a high degree, quality of life. Many of us ...